1967 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Bellett | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Simca |
| Model | Bellett | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
